JB Marks Local Municipality
- Karen Scheepers
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The JB Marks Local Municipality, located within the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District in the North West Province, is a significant Category B municipality. Established in 2016 from the amalgamation of Ventersdorp Local Municipality and Tlokwe City Council, it is the largest of the three municipalities in the district, covering nearly half of its geographical area. Key transport routes, such as the N12 connecting Johannesburg and Cape Town and a major railway route, run through this municipality, with Potchefstroom serving as a central hub.
Economically, the region is diverse, with gold mining dominant across the district, except for Potchefstroom and Ventersdorp. Ventersdorp is known for its agricultural activity, while Potchefstroom focuses on services and manufacturing, with North-West University playing a major role. Potchefstroom’s industrial zone hosts several key industries, including steel, food, and chemicals, supported by major companies such as Nestlé and DENEL. The city's infrastructure also supports about 600 businesses in the central area.
Main Economic Sectors:
Agriculture
Community Services
Manufacturing
Trade
Finance
Transport
Mining
Vision:
A transformed and integrated African world-class city.
Mission:
To provide affordable and sustainable services to the community through accountable and responsive administration.
Contact Details:
Potchefstroom Office
35 Wolmarans Street Potchefstroom, 2531South Africa
Tel: 018 299 5969
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